Crispy Dried Gabus Fish with Spicy Pete and Tomato

Dried Gabus Fish with Spicy Chili and Pete

Ingredients:

• 250 grams dried gabus fish, cut into pieces
• 4 large dried red chilies, roughly chopped
• 3 green chilies, sliced diagonally
• 1 bay leaf, torn into pieces
• 7 shallots, thinly sliced
• 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 small tomato, coarsely chopped
• 2 bunches pete (stinky beans)
• 100 ml water
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste (optional)
• Seasoning, to taste (optional)
• Oil, for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dried Fish:

   • Soak the dried gabus fish in hot water for a few minutes to reduce its saltiness. Rinse thoroughly and then deep-fry until crispy. Set aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:

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   • In a pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, garlic, pete, and torn bay leaf. Sauté until fragrant and the shallots are translucent.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the dried gabus fish to the pan, stirring well to combine with the aromatics. Pour in the water and cover the pan. Let it simmer briefly to meld the flavors.

4. Add Tomatoes and Season:

   • Just before removing from heat, add the coarsely chopped tomato. Taste and adjust seasoning. If needed, add salt, a bit of sugar, and optional seasoning to enhance the flavor.

5. Final Touches:

   • Stir everything together, ensuring the flavors are well blended. Remove from heat and serve.

Tips:

• Always taste before adding extra seasoning to avoid over-salting, as dried fish can vary in saltiness.
• Adjust sugar and seasoning based on your preference for sweetness and flavor balance.

Enjoy your meal, and don’t forget to recook and share the recipe!